GREEK Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hailed the Health Ministry's National Action Plan Against Smoking as a “bold initiative for protecting public ...
Welcome, 77 artists, 40 different points of Attica welcomes you by singing Erotokritos an epic romance written at 1713 by Vitsentzos Kornaros
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
GREEK Prime Minister visits Croatian capital of Zagreb for EPP congress
GREEK Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is heading to Croatia's capital Zagreb to attend the European People's Party (EPP) Statutory Congress on ...
GREEKS begin preparation for GREEK Week with team selection Dec. 3
Preparation for Central Michigan University's 2020 GREEK Week is already underway, with pre-GREEK Week events starting in December.
GREEK Court Finds 22 Guilty in Siemens Bribery Trial
Twenty-two defendants in the Siemens bribery scandal were found guilty by a GREEK court on Tuesday, an incredible fourteen years after a judicial ...
GREEK Parliament Boosts Efforts to Become Energy Efficient, Reduce CO2 Emissions
A two-year plan to improve the energy efficiency of Greece's Parliament building has been put up for bid as of November 15, it was announced on ...
Demetre Daskalakis, The Radical GREEK-American Doctor Fighting AIDS in New York
Since 2013, the GREEK-American physician – who is also a gay activist – serves as deputy commissioner for the Division of Disease Control at New ...
GREEK-American Doctor's Research Tackles the Tough Armor of Pancreatic Cancer
Whether it's treating patients or conducting pure cancer research, Dr. Siolas brings the influences of her parents and her GREEK background with her.
President offers update on investigation, GREEK reforms
I am writing with an update on two issues that have been at the forefront of our attentions over the last number of weeks: the investigation into the ...
Clio GREEK Yogurt Minis
The brand that introduced the first chocolate-coated GREEK yogurt bar, Clio Snacks, has now expanded its product portfolio to include Clio GREEK ...
Parents of Timothy Piazza and Max Gruver speak to Penn State GREEK life about the impact of hazing
Jim and Evelyn Piazza and Steve and Rae Ann Gruver — the parents of Piazza and Gruver — spoke to Penn State GREEK organizations about hazing ...
The First Undergraduate BA Program Taught in English at a GREEK Public University has Been ...
“BA Program in the Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece”, Presentation of the first undergraduate program in English at a GREEK ...
Litehouse Introduces New GREEK Yogurt Smoothies
The new smoothies bring GREEK yogurt-based drinks, an upward trending product category, to the refrigerated produce department and address the ...
Gigi Masin's new album, Calypso, inspired by the GREEK islands
Calypso is the unofficial name for Gavdos, the southernmost GREEK island, AKA Ogygia in ancient mythology. (In Homer's Odyssey, the nymph Calypso ...
GREEK sweep at Robot Olympiad
The GREEK delegation comprised of 10 teams at 2019 World Robot Olympiad (WRO), held in Gyor, Hungary (November 8-10) returned to Greece last ...
The Japanese Ship Which Saved Hundreds of GREEKS During the Smyrna Catastrophe
The story of how a Japanese ship saved hundreds Armenians and GREEKS from genocide in Smyrna in 1922 is the theme of a lecture to be held soon ...
GREEK economy to grow by 2.0 pct in 2019 and 2.4 pct in 2020, EBRD report says
The GREEK economy will grow by 2.0 pct this year and 2.4 pct in 2020, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) said in its ...
Brit beaten to death on GREEK island after 'having affair with local man's wife'
An FCO spokesperson said: “We are supporting the family of a British man following his death in Ithaca and are in contact with the GREEK authorities.”.
GREEK Pastry and Dinner Sale starts Thursday in Florence
FLORENCE, S.C. – The 68th annual GREEK Fall Pastry and Dinner Sale will be held Thursday through Saturday at the Transfiguration of Our Savior ...
The adventures of Bryan Adams and his concert in Athens
Greeks glorified Canadian singer Bryan Adams on Monday in his first live concert in Athens after 27 years. A unique music experience that only Bryan Adams can offer. However, the concert was almost cancelled after the organizer went bankrupt over the weekend. The concert was one of the most anticipated gigs of the year. The … The post The adventures of Bryan Adams and his concert in Athens appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
‘Where there is no wine there is no love’: Euripides. Greek Playwright. 480–406 BC
When counselling patients about the possible complications of Haemopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT), the one thing that really upset them was the fact that they would be infertile after transplant.
“We made you Muslim”: AKP mayor to woman from Trabzon!
The surprised woman asked: “what do you mean by that?” - Trabzon and the wider region was historically home to Greek Orthodox Christians
Kuwait- Speaker Al-Ghanim receives Foreign Minister of GREECE
(MENAFN - Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, Nov 19 (KUNA) -- National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Ali Al-Ghanim received Tuesday the ...
Celebrity Edge to Feature All Female Leadership Team
Environmental Officer Maria Karoutsou – GREECE ... Third Engineer Anna Avgoustaki – GREECE • Second ... Second Officer Ioana Tzovara – GREECE
The best beach hotels in GREECE
An insider's handbook to the discontinue beach resorts in the GREECE, including the absolute top for watersports, family-marvelous coves, sea views, ...
Ministry Aiming to Upgrade All Levels of Tourism Education in GREECE
During his speech, Konsolas stressed that tourism education in GREECE has remained stagnant and in some cases rather outdated and not in ...
GREECE, Israel 'making up for lost time,' says B'Nai-B'rith CEO
The forum's next meeting will take place in GREECE, followed by Cyprus and the US. Coordinated on the Israeli side by the director of B'nai-B'rith's ...
Visit by a delegation from the US Embassy in GREECE and a representative of the Fulbright ...
On Tuesday, November 5th, a delegation from the U.S. Embassy in GREECE, including the Cultural Attaché, Ms. Jennifer Schueler, Cultural Affairs ...
GREECE'S Alpha Bank Q2 profit drops, plans big bad loan securitisation
ATHENS, Nov 19 (Reuters) - Alpha Bank posted lower net profit in the third quarter on the back of higher provisions for bad loans and weaker net ...
8 Facts About Princess Alice, Prince Philip's Mother
In 1903, Princess Alice married Prince Andrew of GREECE, and the two subsequently had four daughters and a son, Philip. The family lived in GREECE, ...
Dell's Market & Deli in GREECE Named Small Business of the Year
The GREECE Regional Chamber of Commerce has named Dell's Market & Deli as its "Small Business of the Year." Bill Dell, his sister Margie and son ...
Aggitis River Cave in Drama, GREECE One of the Most Spectacular in Europe
One of the largest and most spectacular river caves in all of Europe is situated in northern GREECE, near the town of Drama. Aggitis Cave, which it takes ...
Stuck for ideas on the lesbian tourist trail? Welcome to Halifax!
Yorkshire town rivals Lesbos as popular destination thanks to TV series Gentleman Jack The Greek island of Lesbos has long been a magnet for gay women, attracted by the poetry of Sappho, literature’s most famous lesbian, who wrote an ode to the goddess Aphrodite in the 7th century BC. Now Lesbos has a rival on the sapphic tourism circuit. Halifax in Yorkshire is rapidly becoming a popular destination for lesbians thanks to the BBC/HBO series, Gentleman Jack. Continue reading...
Cornell anticipates Greek reforms after student’s death
ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) — Cornell University says it’s planning reforms to its Greek life system as it investigates last month’s death of a first-year student following an unauthorized fraternity party. The ...
Refugees endure living hell of Greece's Moria camp on Lesbos
The Greek government has vowed to do something about its overcrowded island migrant camps. But things are not getting much better, as Max Zander reports from the island of Lesbos.
Acropolis to be illuminated blue to honor UN Children Rights Charta
The Acropolis in Athens will be illuminated blue on Wednesday night to mark the 30th anniversary since the signature of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child on November 20, 1989. Blue is the official color of UNICEF. According to a Culture Ministry statement, Greece’s Central Archaeological Council has approved a request … The post Acropolis to be illuminated blue to honor UN Children Rights Charta appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Pervert student sentenced to 10-month imprisonment on 3-year suspension
A court in Thessaloniki sentenced a pervert student to 10 months imprisonment with a three-year suspended sentence. The 20-year-old student had ejaculated on the back of a female student in the Library of the Aristotle University last week. The man was still in the university premises when he was arrested. He reportedly told police that … The post Pervert student sentenced to 10-month imprisonment on 3-year suspension appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Cornell President Martha Pollack Promises Greek Life Reforms by End of Semester
President Martha Pollack will institute Greek Life reforms by the end of this semester, she said in a message to the campus community Tuesday morning. Pollack said she appreciated the temporary steps ...
James Koikos, Bright Star Café Restauranteur, 81
BESSEMER, AL – Greek-American restauranteur James Bill Koikos died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on November 16. He is survived by his sister, […] The post James Koikos, Bright Star Café Restauranteur, 81 appeared first on The National Herald.
Piraeus Bank to Sponsor Multiple Cultural Events for Bicentenary of 1821 Greek War of Independence
ATHENS- Piraeus Bank on Tuesday announced a series of sponsorships in the framework of the commemorative events that will celebrate the bicentenary of the 1821 […] The post Piraeus Bank to Sponsor Multiple Cultural Events for Bicentenary of 1821 Greek War of Independence appeared first on The National Herald.
Greece begins moving refugees from Lesbos to mainland
But things are not getting much better, as Max Zander reports from the island of Lesbos. Greece illegally deported 60,000 migrants to Turkey: report 14.11.2019 Greece illegally deported 60,000 ...
15 of the most underrated travel destinations of the year, so far
[isola di burano]JeniFoto/Shutterstock * Some of the most incredible travel destinations are a bit under the radar. * Santorini and Mykonos are popular spots in Greece, but Crete is also full of beautiful beaches. * Mackinac Island, Michigan, is a quaint beach town that's perfect for those looking to get away from city life. * Paris might get all of the attention, but Lyon, France, is also worth visiting. * Visit Insider's homepage for more stories. Many crowds are drawn to popular travel destinations, but sometimes the best spots are the under-the-radar places you may not have heard of yet. Here are some of the most underrated travel destinations of the year, so far. HEAD TO KRAKÓW IN POLAND IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A CHARMING EUROPEAN CITY. RolfSt / iStock There are so many old and beautiful cities to visit in Europe that it's easy to just focus on the major ones, but there are tons of underrated spots worth visiting, including Kraków, Poland. In the city's historic central district Old Town, visitors will find attractions like Market Square, which is filled with shops, museums, and historic statues. Travelers can also check out Planty Park, one of the largest city parks in the area, or FloriaÅ„ska Street, a bustling spot that's perfect for shopping, grabbing a bite to eat, and drinking cheap beer. WHITEFISH, MONTANA, IS A PERFECT GETAWAY FOR THOSE WHO LOVE NATURE. Christopher Jackson/Shutterstock Those looking to immerse themselves in nature will want to check out Whitefish, Montana. Depending on the season, this resort town in the Rocky Mountains offers great skiing or hiking — and it offers stunning views of the mountains year-round Visitors can also explore the nearby Glacier National Park, get cozy in an art gallery, or try rock climbing. MANY VISIT MEXICO FOR ITS AMAZING BEACHES, BUT MEXICO CITY IS A GREAT SPOT FOR ADVENTURE. Anton_Ivanov/Shutterstock Mexico is known for hot spots like Tulum, Cabo, Cancun, and Puerto Vallarta, but Mexico City is a more underrated spot that's perfect for those who want to explore. It may not be on the coast with the beaches Mexico is mostly known for, but it is filled with plenty of culture-rich places such as archaeological sites and museums. Art fans will definitely want to check out the Palacio Nacional, where tourists can view historic murals by the famed painter Diego Rivera. SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER SEE ALSO: * I moved to the US from China — and here are the 29 things on my US bucket list * Here's what it was like on board Qantas' first nonstop, 19-hour flight from London to Sydney * Stylists and designers reveal the 11 trends we'll be seeing everywhere in 2020
“Enemy is smoke, not smokers,” says PM officially launching Smoking Ban
Greece has officially launched the Smoking Ban on Tuesday in a festive ceremony at the Niarchos Foundation Center. Prime Minister Kyriaskos Mitsotakis addressed the audience that had gathered to listen to the official presentation of the Health Ministry’s “National Action Plan Against Smoking.” “The enemy is the tobacco smoke, not the smokers,” Mitsotakis said. “The … The post “Enemy is smoke, not smokers,” says PM officially launching Smoking Ban appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
"Delayed harvest of Greek organic citrus"
The main part of ANYFION’s goods are exported to Switzerland, where they are market leaders: "We import 95% of all Greek oranges in Switzerland. For lemons, clementines and grapefruits we supply 100% ...
Bank of Greece Chief Says No Novartis Scandal
ATHENS – Already cleared, Bank of Greece Governor Yannis Stournaras, one of nine rival politicians of the former ruling Radical Left SYRIZA accused of unfounded […] The post Bank of Greece Chief Says No Novartis Scandal appeared first on The National Herald.
As Crisis Spikes, Resistance to Refugees, Migrants Grows in Greece
ATHENS- With Turkey accused of letting human traffickers keep sending refugees and migrants to Greek islands – a recent surge bringing more than 40,000 – […] The post As Crisis Spikes, Resistance to Refugees, Migrants Grows in Greece appeared first on The National Herald.
Judge Rebuffs Trump’s Bid to Delay Greek-American Woman’s Defamation Suit
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump lost his latest bid Monday to delay a former “Apprentice” contestant’s defamation suit as he faces a Jan. 31 […] The post Judge Rebuffs Trump’s Bid to Delay Greek-American Woman’s Defamation Suit appeared first on The National Herald.
TRAVEL: Cyprus travellers turning away from GREECE due to high airfares
Hikes in airline fares triggered by fewer flight options have made Cypriots rethink their travel habits, ditching traditionally popular GREECE for cheaper ...
No Fi to Hi Fi Wi Fi, Remote Greek Villages Get The Net
Travelers and residents in GREECE'S far outpost remote villages and islands get to enjoy the natural wonders but not the Internet which was not ...
GREECE 3rd largest kiwi producer in the world now exports to Thailand
The approval came after a four-day inspection by Thai government officials who toured kiwi plantations in Northern GREECE, including facilities where ...
Storms to sweep in from the west, spread across GREECE
Strong autumnal showers and thunderstorms are expected to sweep into the Ionian Sea and across western GREECE on Tuesday, before spreading ...